Middle School Chorus, Liberty Middle School

New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA); Town of Liberty (NY); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Liberty Central School District in Liberty, NY is seeking a NYS certified music teacher with MS Choir experience (grades 5–8) to direct and grow a comprehensive program and teach general music. The candidate will direct the 5th/6th and 7th/8th grade choirs, accompany on piano, and oversee performances such as school concerts, All-County preparation, and NYSSMA/festival participation.

The role also carries extra duties including directing the middle school musical and collaborating with music

Qualifications

• NYS certified music teacher with MS Chorus experience (grades 5–8).
• Proficiency in voice and piano.
• Plan and lead school concerts, All-County prep, and NYSSMA/festival participation.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Ability to integrate technology into instruction.
• Strong communication and collaboration with staff.

Responsabilités

• Direct the middle school choir programs (5th–8th grades).
• Teach general music and co-curricular theatre (middle school musical).
• Accompany choirs on piano for performances.
• Collaborate with music staff and middle school faculty.

Connaissances

Voice

Piano

Chorus instruction

Classroom management

Communication

Technology integration

Collaboration

Formation

BA/BM in Music Education or Music Performance

Description du poste

Organization: Liberty Central School District Location: Liberty, NY Salary: Salary is based on experience and the current LFA agreement. Category: Classroom/Choral

NYS Certified Music Teacher with experience in MS Chorus, grades 5-8. Salary is based on experience and the current Liberty Faculty Association agreement. Liberty Central School District is seeking a passionate and dynamic middle school choir director to lead and grow a comprehensive 5th through 8th grade choir program and general music classes. The ideal candidate will inspire students through the instruction of the 5th and 6th grade choir, 7th and 8th grade choir, and general music classes. Ability to accompany the choir on piano is a priority. This is a full-time position with extra-curricular responsibilities including directing the Middle School musical. The mission of the Liberty Central School District is to empower each student to contribute and thrive in a diverse community by pursuing their potential, and our vision is to cultivate trust and courage to be innovative and persevere. We believe in achieving this through recruiting a diverse workforce inclusive of all backgrounds and from all walks of life.

Minimum education level: BA/BM in music education or music performance (MA/MM preferred).

Requirements

Experience Teaching Middle School Choir Preferred.

• Proficiency in voice and piano.
• Plan and lead student performances including school concerts, assemblies, community events, All County preparation, and NYSSMA/festival participation.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• Organizational skills to manage music library and other program resources.
• Experience preparing students for festivals, adjudications, and honors ensembles.
• Ability to integrate technology into music instruction.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills including collaboration with music staff & middle school faculty.